Water Resources Engineer

Fuss & O'Neill; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule flexibility

Health benefits

Continuous learning

Paid time off

Career advancement

Team events

Job summary

Fuss & O'Neill is seeking a Water Resources Engineer in a hybrid role, offering in-office collaboration with flexible remote work part of the week. The position targets early-career professionals, with mentorship from senior staff and opportunities to develop practical expertise in water resources design, site inspections, and technical documentation.

Applicants should hold a civil or environmental engineering background and aim for EIT certification, demonstrating strong analytical skills and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or environmental engineering.
• EIT certification or active pursuit of credential.
• Experience with CAD software; field-based tasks appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering techniques to perform related technical tasks.
• Conduct routine analyses and testing, preparing summaries and reports for review by senior staff.
• Participate in field activities, including site visits and construction inspections.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data logs from job sites and client locations.
• Analyze laboratory data and prepare detailed reports summarizing findings.
• Perform calculations, develop input for plans and specifications, and compile historical records.
• Present technical information clearly to individuals and small groups.
• Refer complex or non-routine issues to more experienced staff for guidance.
• Support studies, analyses, and data collection under senior supervision.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Analytical ability

Report writing

Communication skills

EIT certification

Civil 3D

Water resources modeling

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering

Tools

Civil 3D (AutoCAD)

Drafting software

Job description

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That's what it takes to work at Fuss & O'Neill - because that's what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we've prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you've found your future.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Water Resources Engineer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop practical expertise in water resources engineering while working under the mentorship of experienced senior staff. You will contribute to meaningful projects that involve design analysis, site inspections, and technical documentation while building a strong foundation in engineering practices and company operations.

This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career engineer who holds (or is pursuing) an EIT certification and brings a solid foundation in civil or environmental engineering principles. You should be a detail-oriented problem-solver who is comfortable working both independently on routine tasks and collaboratively with senior engineers on more complex challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering techniques and practices to perform sequences of related technical tasks
• Conduct routine analyses and testing, preparing summaries and reports for review by senior staff
• Participate in field activities, including site visits and construction inspections
• Maintain accurate documentation and data logs from job sites and client locations
• Analyze laboratory data and compose detailed reports that summarize findings
• Perform calculations, develop input for plans and specifications, and compile historical records
• Present technical information clearly in one-on-one and small group settings
• Refer complex or non-routine technical issues to more experienced staff for guidance and resolution
• Participate in studies, analyses, and data collection under senior supervision to build broader experience

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or environmental engineering
• Basic proficiency with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software or introductory-level experience
• Strong reasoning and analytical ability
• Ability to write clear, professional reports and correspondence
• Effective communication and presentation skills, especially in technical settings
• EIT (Engineer-In-Training) certification or active pursuit of the credential
• Hands-on experience with Civil 3D (AutoCAD) or similar design software
• Familiarity with water resources analysis and modeling
• Experience in field-based engineering work or site inspections

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds- collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O'Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.

About Fuss & O'Neill

Fuss & O'Neill is a civil and environmental engineering firm that provides client-specific, forward-thinking, and holistic solutions. Since 1924, we have made it our mission to improve the built and natural environments in response to our public and private clients' evolving needs.